Vehicle-in-the-Loop Platform
- A vehicle-in-the-loop platform was built around the X1 test vehicle, allowing researchers to test different vehicle dynamics configurations.
- X1, a four-wheel steer-by-wire vehicle, provides a realistic and practical platform for testing shared control systems.
- Low friction emulation and high-speed emulation can be used to simulate different driving conditions.
Shared Control System
- A receding horizon shared control system was developed and tested in various conditions, including low-friction and high-speed scenarios.
- The shared control system helps drivers stay on the road, avoid collisions, and navigate difficult driving situations.
- The system can be scaled to simulate higher speeds, allowing for safe testing of dangerous scenarios.
Shared Autonomy
- Shared autonomy can prevent drivers from taking certain actions, but it can also feel restrictive.
- Haptic feedback on the steering wheel can improve the feel of shared control.
- Shared decision-making between drivers and systems is a complex problem that researchers are still working to solve.
Virtual Reality Headsets
- VR headsets can be useful for training drivers in extreme situations, but they are not suitable for everyday use.
